Forklift Operator

3 weeks ago


Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Bunnings Group Full time
time left to apply End Date: July 18, 2025 (9 days left to apply)

job requisition id R050587

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter

What's in it for you when you're part of our team:

Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few

Free standard OnePass membership

Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave

12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender

Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities

We're genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

The Kotara team is seeking two Full-time Forklift Drivers to join their operations team. These roles require open-close rotation and full availability between 5am and 9pm, including weekends. A current forklift license is desirable but not essential. Pay rate starting from $29.

About the role:

Our team members are the face of Bunnings, always prepared to give it a red hot go. They provide a friendly and helpful service to everyone who walks through our doors, making sure every experience counts. As a Forklift Operator, you will play a key role in moving products throughout the store to help our team provide the best experience for our customers.

What's involved:

Load and unload products using a forklift

Be responsible for stock management, considering safety aspects when using a forklift, and ensuring a clean and tidy work environment

Provide our customers with the best experience across the store

Be part of a supportive and inclusive team who make a difference to the community and have fun along the way

Who we're looking for:

We're looking for team members who are passionate about helping others and are keen to learn and grow. You'll love variety in your day-to-day work, with a focus on forklift operation, inventory management and customer service, whilst also having the opportunity to grow your experience in other areas. A personal interest in D.I.Y. is always a plus, however we will give you all the skills you'll need and show you the ropes.

You'll need:

A current valid forklift licence

To be able to approach, connect and confidently interact with customers

An eagerness to learn about products and services

To act with integrity, be safe and do your best

The availability to work flexible hours (including late nights, early mornings and weekends)

When you're ready to give this opportunity a Red Hot Go, all you'll need to do is:

Submit an application and complete an online chat interview (20 minutes)

If successful, next step includes an online video interview (15 minutes)

If you're a match, we'll invite you to an onsite meet and greet with our leaders (20 minutes)

You'll be part of a workplace where you'll feel like you belong.

Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. If you have the experience, skills and a passion to grow but don't necessarily nail every single point in the job description, please still apply. Contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au and a member of the team will be in touch.

About Us

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

By joining our passionate and diverse team, you'll have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and build something great together, apply today.

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.

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About Us

We are the leading retailer of home improvement and outdoor living products in Australia and New Zealand, and a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry.

Our ambition is to provide our customers with the widest range of home improvement products in accordance with our lowest prices policy, backed with the best service.

Our Team Members are the soul of our business, and bring this vision to life every day in our stores throughout Australia and New Zealand. "We're building the best ... our team makes it happen".

Our Commitment

At Bunnings, we believe a diverse team creates the best mix of perspectives which helps us innovate and make better decisions. We want our team to have diverse thinking, perspectives, backgrounds and education, which supports us in representing the local communities we serve and so our team can bring their whole self to work.

A diverse and inclusive team makes everyone feel valued, respected and connected at work. We're committed to creating a safe and supportive work environment for all team members regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or background.

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